Professional Kickboxing Makes Historic Return in Surrey with Championship Showdowns

British Columbia celebrated a major milestone with the return of professional kickboxing, highlighted by a high-energy event at Empress Palace in Surrey, promoted by Knockout Events. The sold-out show delivered an electric atmosphere, bringing fans back to live championship action and marking a strong resurgence for the sport in the region.

The evening featured two headline bouts under ISKA sanction, showcasing both amateur and professional talent at a high level. Fighters delivered competitive, fast-paced performances that kept the crowd engaged from start to finish.

In the co-main event, Sonia Blade of Surrey, British Columbia, captured the ISKA Canadian Amateur Women’s Title after five intense rounds against Zena Shew of Toronto. Blade demonstrated composure, endurance, and technical precision throughout the bout, earning a well-deserved victory in front of her home crowd.

The main event saw Conor O’Flatry of Surrey take on Blayne Slavik of Oklahoma City for the ISKA Men’s Professional North American Title. In a dominant showing, O’Flatry secured a first-round knockout, delivering a powerful statement performance and claiming the championship in decisive fashion.

The success of the event signals a strong comeback for professional kickboxing in British Columbia. With high-level organization, growing fan support, and exciting matchups, the future of the sport in the province is once again full of momentum and opportunity.